Tag Archives: Traveling out of U.S.

What is Medical Tourism?

Each year, thousands of Americans travel outside the United States for medical treatment and care. This growing category of health care is known as medical tourism, health tourism or health travel services. Since the term is so broad, it’s worth explaining what medical tourism is and why some people choose to travel outside their own…

A Medical Packing List for Overseas Travelers

When you’re traveling within the U.S., it’s probably only an inconvenience if you forget to pack your over-the-counter pain reliever, allergy medicine or heartburn relief. Even if you forget a prescription medicine, it can usually be replaced with a quick call to your physician or pharmacy. Travel outside the United States, though, and things can…